In the hush of a Costa Rican jungle, where fireflies weave through the twilight and a shaman’s icaros hum, an ayahuasca ceremony unfolds, promising healing and insight. Costa Rica, long a haven of pura vida and pristine beaches, draws thousands to its ayahuasca retreats. Yet, recent headlines cast a shadow: reports of drug cartel activity […]
In the heart of Colombia’s Amazon, where rivers carve paths through emerald jungles, a shaman’s chant rises, summoning the spirits of the forest. A circle of seekers sips a sacred brew, its bitter taste a gateway to visions and healing. This is ayahuasca, a medicine revered by Colombia’s indigenous peoples for centuries. But in this […]
Who This Is For This report is for anyone invested in the future of ayahuasca—researchers, retreat leaders, Indigenous rights advocates, policymakers, or seekers looking for ethical guidance in the world of plant medicine. If you’re asking questions like: This forum—and this article—offers critical context, updates, and direction. What Is the 2026 World Ayahuasca Forum? The […]